Suzuki GS500E (1989-1997) [27/221] Every 4000 miles 6000 km

Suzuki GS500E (1989-1997) [27/221] Every 4000 miles 6000 km
Every 4000 miles (6000 km)
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4 The pads must be replaced if the friction
~ has worn down level with the step or
~ In the pad edge (888 ~).
1 A routine general check of the brake aystem
will _ure that eny prob'-ns are discovered
and remedied before the rider's safety is
Jeopardised.
2 Check the ~e lever end pedal for loose
connections, improper or rough action,
excessive play, bends, and other damage.
Replace any damaged P8Its with new ones
(see Chapter 6).
3 Make sure all brake fasteners are tight.
Checktheb'8kep8cisforW8'mmakeMn
the ftuld Ievet in the reservoirs Is correct (see
DeIly p..rlde) dIeCks). look for leaks at the
hoee connectIoos n check for Cf8Cks in the
hO88S. If the lever or pedal Is spongy, bleed
the br8<88 (8ee Qt8pter 6).
4 Make sure the brake light operates when
the front br8ke lever is depressed. The front
brake ~ switch Is not ed~. If it f81s to
operate properly, check It (see Chapter 8).
5 Make sure the ~e light is activated just
before the rear brake pedal takes effect. If
adjustment is neceeeary, hold the switch and
tum the adj~ oot on the switch body until
the brake light is activated when required (888
IIk8tr8tion). If the switch doesn't operate the
brake lights, check It (see Ct1apter 8).
8 Check the position of the brake pedal. The
distance between the brake pedal pad and
the top of the rider's footrest should be 8S
specified at the begimlng of the Chapter (...
HI~u..-or;). If the pedal height Is Incorrect,
slacken the locknut on the master cylinder
pushrod, ~ twn the pushrod adjuster until
the pedal is at the correct height (Me
IIlu81ration). Tighten the locknut securely.
Adjust t~ rear brake light switch after
adjusting'\tW pedal height (888 Step 5).
7 The front brake lever has a span adjuster
or 12 months
height
14.8b Master cylinder pu8tvod locknut (A)
and adjuster (8)
which alters the distance of the lever from the
handlebar (see Illustration). Pull the lever
away from the handlebar and turn the
adjuster knob until the setting which best
suits the rider is obtained. There are four
positions. never set the adjuster between
two positions.
become dented. roI9I or loose during nOI'mal
U88 of the machine. In extreme cases, worn or
loose steering head bearings can cause
steering wobble - 8 condition that is potentially
~.
Check
2 Place the motorcycle on its centre stand.
Raiae the front wheel off the ground either by
having an assistant push down on the rear or
by placing a support under the qq.
3 Point the front wheel straight-ahead and
slowly move the handlebars from slde-to-
side. Any dents or roughness In the bearing
races will be felt and the bars will not move
smoott'4y and freely.
4 Next, grasp the fork slk*s end try to move
them forwerd and backward (... iUu8tl'atlon).
Any looseness k1 the steering head bearings
will be felt 88 front-to-rear movement of the
WfteeIS
1 The cast wheels used are virtually
maintenance free. but they should be kept
clean and checked ~lcally for cracks and
other damage. Also check the wheel runout
and alignment (.. Chapter 6). Never attempt
to repair damaged cast wheels; they must be
replaced with new on88. Check the valve
rubber for signs of damage or deterioration
and have it replaced If necessary. Also. make
Stn the valve st8n cap Is in pace n tight.
T)'r8S
2 Check tyre condition and tread depth
thoroughly - see Dally ~) checks.
Is equipped with tapefed-
I head bearings which can
1 This mo
roller type

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